CES 2012: Aspire S5, the Thinnest Ultrabook Offered by Acer

Acer has launched at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas its new ultrabook Acer Aspire S5, the thinnest in the world, according to the Taiwanese company. The device with a 13.3-inch screen weighs less than 1.35 kg and comes with the Acer Green Instant On technology, which guarantees an instant starting time.

Acer Aspire S5 starts the avalanche of ultrabooks that will be launched this week in Las Vegas, during the 2012 Consumer Electronics Show. Acer Aspire A5 measures only 15 mm in its thickest point and weighs less than 1.35 kg. Moreover, Aspire S5, through the Acer Green Instant On technology, ensures a fast startup time of just 1.5 seconds.

Using Acer Always Connect, the user can access anytime data stored on hard drive, even from sleep mode, using specially developed software for smartphones. Once restarted, the Aspire S5 can automatically log into the e-mail and social network account for immediate access to the latest news. The ultrabook also features an Intel Core processor, SSD storage device, Dolby Home Theater v4, ports HDMI, USB 3.0 and Thunderbolt.

Acer Aspire S5 will be available in the United States starting from Q2 of 2012, but pricing details are still unknown.